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  • Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Classes 19-25 are set to graduate after 52 weeks of training at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Sept. 27, 2019. Laughlin is the home of the 47th Flying Training Wing, whose mission is to train the next generation of multi-domain combat aviators, deploy mission-ready warriors and develop professional, confident leaders. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Senior Airman Marco A. Gomez)

    SUPT class 19-25 set to graduate

    All Laughlin members are invited to attend Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 19-25 graduation ceremony at 10 a.m., Sept. 27, 2019, in Anderson Hall, here. Maj. Gen. Jeannie Leavitt, U.S. Air Force Recruiting Service commander, will be the guest speaker. Awards and special recognition will be given to outstanding graduates.
  • Junior Moreno, 47th Maintenance Directorate avionics mechanic, carries the POW/MIA flag during an observance ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Sept. 20, 2019. The flag was carried for 24 hours along the base track, where it was then carried to the wing’s capstone ceremony at Heritage Park. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Hambor)

    Laughlin observes national POW/MIA recognition day

    For 47 years, the National League of Families POW/MIA flag, draped in black and adorned with the symbol of service member’s foreign war internment, has sailed during observances, ceremonies, and at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Washington D.C.
  • Senior Airman John Morse, a 47th Flying Training Wing command and control operations technician, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer of the week” of Sept. 9, 2019 at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas.

    XLer of the Week: Senior Airman John Morse

    Senior Airman John Morse, a 47th Flying Training Wing command and control operations technician, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer of the week” of Sept. 9, 2019 at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas.
  • Lizzette Simmons, 47th Comptroller Squadron personnel systems manager, talks about understanding her role in Laughlin’s mission in this edition of the Airman’s Spotlight, Sept. 12, 2019. Simmons, after spending time in her position, realized how she helps people every day, and how her work helps Laughlin graduate the world’s best military aviators. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Senior Airman John A. Crawford)

    Airman's Spotlight: Lizette Simmons

    Lizette Simmons, 47th Comptroller Squadron personnel systems manager, talks about understanding her role in Laughlin’s mission in this edition of the Airman’s Spotlight, Sept. 12, 2019.
  • First Lt. Zachary Turek, 86th Flying Training Squadron instructor pilot, walks away from a T-1A Jayhawk, the trainer of the 86th FTS on Sept. 4, 2019 at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. As a first-time instructor pilot, he is already on track helping his students fly to new heights of success with a 92-percent checkride pass rate. This was no small task as it involved more than 40 hours of instructing 16 student sorties. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Anne McCready)

    XLer of the week: 1st Lt. Zachary Turek

    First Lt. Zachary Turek, 86th Flying Training Squadron instructor pilot, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer of the Week”, Sept. 2, 2019, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. The “XLer” award, presented by Col. Lee Gentile, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, is given to those who consistently make outstanding contributions to their unit and the Laughlin mission.
  • As the NCO in charge at the 47th Medical Healthcare Operations Squadron pharmacy at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Staff Sgt. Jason Sampson manages pharmacy operations, patient care and administrative functions like budget, supply and adherence to Air Force instructions. In Sampson’s eyes, attention to detail is all about making sure the patients leave better than when they came in. (U.S. Air Force Graphic by Senior Airman Anne McCready)

    Airman Spotlight: Staff Sgt. Jason Sampson

    As the NCO in charge at the 47th Medical Healthcare Operations Squadron pharmacy at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Staff Sgt. Jason Sampson manages pharmacy operations, patient care and administrative functions like budget, supply and adherence to Air Force instructions. In Sampson’s eyes, attention to detail is all about making sure the patients
  • Ken Simon, the 47th Maintenance Directorate chief contracting office representative, accepts the “XLer of the week” award from Col. Todd Dyer, the 47th Flying Training Wing vice commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Ronald Harper, the 47 Mission Support Group superintendent on Aug. 29, 2019 at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. The “XLer of the Week” award, presented by Col. Todd Dyer, the 47th Flying Training Wing vice commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Ronald Harper, the 47 Mission Support Group superintendent, is given to those who consistently make outstanding contributions to their unit and the Laughlin mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John A. Crawford)

    XLer of the Week: Ken Simon

    Ken Simon, the 47th Maintenance Directorate chief contracting office representative, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer of the week” of Aug. 29, 2019 at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas.
  • Alfred Jones, 47th Logistics Readiness Flight installation transportation officer and contracting officer representative, poses for a photo Aug. 26, 2019 at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. Leadership is impressed with Jones’ drive always to learn more to help his customers and even though he is knowledgeable, he still looks for ways to increase his knowledge and find a better way to accomplish tasks done. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Anne McCready)

    XLer of the Week: Alfred Jones

    Alfred Jones, 47th Logistics Readiness Flight installation transportation officer and contracting officer representative, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer of the Week”, Aug. 19, 2019, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. The “XLer” award, presented by Col. Todd Dyer, 47th Flying Training Wing vice commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Ronald Harper, 47th Mission Support Group superintendent, is given to those who consistently make outstanding contributions to their unit and the Laughlin mission.
  • Capt. John Johnson, a 47th Student Squadron first assignment instructor pilot, holds up the classic FAIP patch, a symbol of tradition, responsibility and success—a charge to train the Air Force’s even newer aviators so early in their own careers. The 47th Flying Training Wing at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, retains some Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training graduates to supplement the ranks of their own instructor pilot corps, affectionately referred to as “FAIP Mafia.” (U.S. Air Force graphic by Senior Airman Anne McCready)

    Airman’s Spotlight: Capt. John Johnson

    Capt. John Johnson, a 47th Student Squadron first assignment instructor pilot, holds up the classic FAIP patch, a symbol of tradition, responsibility and success—a charge to train the Air Force’s even newer aviators so early in their own careers. The 47th Flying Training Wing at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, retains some Specialized Undergraduate
  • Col. Lee Gentile, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, will share his 12 expectations over the course of the next few months in a series of graphics. This week, Gentile talks about how he empowers the hard workers of Team XL by supporting and entrusting Airmen to excel in their respective jobs. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Airman 1st Class Marco A. Gomez)

    Commander’s Expectations: You are the expert!

    Col. Lee Gentile, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, will share his 12 expectations over the course of the next few months in a series of graphics. This week, Gentile talks about how he empowers the hard workers of Team XL by supporting and entrusting Airmen to excel in their respective jobs. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Airman 1st Class Marco A.
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